Synonyms
Enterobius vermicularis
Performing Lab
RCHSD Microbiology
Epic ID
LAB248
Lab Test Days
Upon receipt
Standard TAT
1 day
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
See collection instructions
Container Type
See Below
Collection Instructions
OBTAIN PINWORK COLLECTION KIT FROM LAB 1. Remove cap in which is inserted an optically clear polysterene paddle with one side coated with a non-toxic mildly adhesive material. This side is marked "sticky side" 2. Press the paddle sticky side against the right & left perianal folds with moderate pressure. 3. Replace the paddle in the container & print name & date on the container label. Deliver the pinworm kit to Lab.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Rejection Criteria
paddle grossly contaminated with stool
Processing Instructions
Refer to microbiology processing manual
Comments
Pinworm eggs are only sporadically deposited around the anus by the female pinworm; therefore, multiple samples taken over a few days is recommended to rule out infection.
CPT Codes
87172
Revised
08-10-17